I love it when a trend breezes in that all of us can get onboard with (if we want to, that is) and the off-the-shoulder trend seems to be just that.
Maybe it’s a hark-back to my 80’s childhood, but I really love this look. It’s fun, and feminine and most of all, for all you ladies out there that don’t like showing your arms, guess what? Technically your ARMS are still actually covered!
oh, and before you even bring up the ‘bra-situation’, we’ll get to that later. But first, clothes!
Two ways to rock the off-the-shoulder – you can go for a style that is designed to be pulled down off the shoulder, or just find a style with a wider neckline, and tilt it off one side.
Like so….
(Clearly these Jeanswest jeans are also a pre-requisite to wearing an off-the-shoulder top haha)
I like to pair the more feminine tops back with something a little more structured like a skinny pant or jean. But they would look super-pretty with a floaty maxi skirt if you wanted more of that boho feel too.
Here are a few of my fave off-the-shoulder tops you can get your mits on right now.
SHOP THE TOPS: 1. Seed top $59.95 | 2. Max Fashion top $49.99 | 3. Witchery top $109.90 | 4. Boohoo.com top $25.00
Ok, now let’s talk about what goes UNDER the off the shoulder top. Ladies, you need to invest in a GOOD strapless bra. (there’s a whole other blog post in that). But if my DD-E’s can handle one, so can yours.
This is my pick. It’s worth investing in! The Intimo Convertible Contour Bra. You can get it from the website, or by booking in a fitting with your local Intimo consultant. WELL worth it! (and you don’t have to host a party if you don’t want to – just get in touch with Intimo and they can get your local stylist to contact you)
This is such a fun trend coming into summer (just remember to sunscreen those shoulders of yours!). It doesn’t matter your shape, size or age, an off-the-shoulder top can look feminine and relaxed for the party season ahead!
Until Next Time, In Love & Style Always,
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Intimo strapless are a definite must-have; not sure that I will do the off the shoulder but good tips as always. Thanks Cait
My pleasure! You can always try the shoulder cut-out version too 😉